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Dr. Christopher Balgobin, MD - Physician, Board Certified in Family Medicine in Burnsville, Minnesota

Dr. Christopher Balgobin, MD

Physician, Board Certified in Family Medicine

Burnsville, Minnesota

22+ years of experience · self-reported

4.74(104 ratings)

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In Dr. Christopher Balgobin's own words

How Dr. Christopher Balgobin describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • The practice aims to keep results natural for chin + neck liposuction with retraction.
  • The practice prioritizes shape over size when performing lip enhancements.

Specialization

  • Specializes in Plastic Surgery.
  • Offers Awake Lipo procedures.
  • Offers Weight Loss services.

Technique

  • Dr. Balgobin achieves a full 360° transformation through a combination of strategic fat removal, fat transfer, and skin retraction.
  • The practice performs primary breast augmentation using both saline and silicone breast implants.
  • The practice performs breast augmentation without making incisions on the breast.
  • The practice performs breast augmentation using a transumbilical (belly button) approach.

Consultation

  • The practice is currently accepting consultations.

Results

  • By removing unwanted fullness and adding retraction, we’re able to create a cleaner, more sculpted and defined contour while still keeping your results natural

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About

Dr. Christopher Balgobin, MD, is a Board Certified Family Medicine Physician practicing cosmetic surgery and aesthetic medicine in Burnsville, Minnesota, and serving the broader Minneapolis/St. Paul area. His body contouring philosophy emphasizes creating balance, a defined waist, smoother contours, and natural curves. He achieves full 360° transformations through strategic fat removal, fat transfer, and skin retraction, always customizing each surgical plan to the patient's natural shape and goals. Dr. Balgobin offers procedures such as Awake Lipo, 🍆 Enhancement, and breast augmentation, including a transumbilical approach with saline or silicone implants to avoid breast incisions. For chin and neck liposuction with retraction, he focuses on creating a clean, sculpted, and defined contour with natural results. He also provides alloClae™ treatments for volume restoration in areas like hip dips, buttocks, and breasts, performed under local anesthesia with minimal downtime. For lip enhancements, he prioritizes shape over size, using fillers like Kysse or RHA to achieve soft definition, balanced proportions, and a natural finish. Dr. Balgobin is currently accepting consultations to develop personalized treatment plans, with financing options available.

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Specialties

  • Physician, Board Certified in Family Medicine

Procedures & Services

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Procedure details

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Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Each figure below is the average of the total costs patients reported in their own published reviews of Dr. Christopher Balgobin, with the number of reports and the years they were written. Prices are not adjusted for inflation and are not a quote: your final cost is set at consultation and depends on your specific medical needs. How we calculate these prices

Lipo 360

$14,500

Average of 2 patient reports · 2023

Above typicalTypical nationally: $4,890–$9,500 (median $7,500, 27 reports) compare ↗

Liposuction

$19,000

1 patient report · 2023

Above typicalTypical in Burnsville: $5,650–$10,750 (median $7,300, 4 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Christopher Balgobin

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What is Dr. Balgobin's approach to breast augmentation incisions?
Dr. Balgobin performs primary breast augmentation using a transumbilical (belly button) approach, avoiding incisions directly on the breast. He uses both saline and silicone breast implants.
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What is the typical timeline for seeing full results after Lipo 360 and BBL fat transfer?
While initial transformations are visible at 7 days post-op, this is only the beginning of the patient's full results, which develop over time.
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What is alloClae™ and what is it used for?
alloClae™ is a human tissue allograft that uses donor adipose tissue to restore and enhance volume. It can be used for areas such as hip dips, buttocks, breasts, and contour irregularities.
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How are alloClae™ treatments performed and what is the recovery like?
alloClae™ treatments are performed by Dr. Balgobin under local anesthesia and involve minimal downtime. A consultation is required to determine candidacy.
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What are the goals and techniques for Dr. Balgobin's chin and neck liposuction with retraction?
This procedure aims to significantly improve the jawline and overall profile by removing unwanted fullness and adding retraction. The goal is to create a cleaner, more sculpted, and defined contour while keeping results natural.
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What happens during a surgical consultation with Dr. Balgobin?
A consultation is the starting point for individuals considering surgery. Dr. Balgobin evaluates your anatomy and goals to create a personalized surgical plan, helping you understand which procedure will achieve your desired results.
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What is Dr. Balgobin's philosophy and approach to lip enhancement?
Dr. Balgobin prioritizes shape over size, aiming for soft definition, balanced proportions, and a polished, refreshed finish with natural results. The goal is often better definition rather than just increased size, creating a more defined cupid’s bow and heart-shaped lip with a subtle touch of volume. He uses Kysse and RHA fillers.
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Patient Experience

Dr. Christopher Balgobin Review Summary

4.72
Dr. Balgobin receives stellar reviews, averaging an impressive 4.7 out of 5 stars across multiple platforms. Patients consistently praise his expertise and results, contributing to his excellent overall rating.

Ratings from Other Platforms

realself.com

4.7 out of 5

Based on 177 reviews

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health.usnews.com

5 out of 5

Based on 30 reviews

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Dr. Christopher Balgobin, MD - Physician, Board Certified in Family Medicine in Burnsville, Minnesota

Arijai Aesthetic & Wellness

200 E. Travelers Tr., Ste. 210, Burnsville, Minnesota

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Location & Contact Information

Arijai Aesthetic & Wellness

200 E. Travelers Tr., Ste. 210

Burnsville, Minnesota

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Office Information

Where does Dr. Christopher Balgobin practice?

Doctor's Office

Arijai Aesthetic & Wellness (Primary)

200 E. Travelers Tr., Ste. 210, Burnsville, Minnesota

(177 reviews)

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Education & Experience

Education

North Memorial

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified In Family Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Balgobin online?
The provided information does not specify whether online appointment booking is available. It's best to contact the clinic directly to inquire about appointment scheduling.
Does Dr. Christopher Balgobin offer telehealth?
The provided information does not indicate whether Dr. Balgobin offers telehealth services. Contacting the clinic directly is recommended for further clarification.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Christopher Balgobin?
Patients rave about Dr. Balgobin, frequently highlighting his exceptional results, attentive care, and professional demeanor. Reviews mention positive experiences from consultation to post-operative care, with many expressing satisfaction with their body contouring outcomes. The overall sentiment reflects a high level of trust and confidence in Dr. Balgobin's skills and his team's support.
What areas of care does Dr. Christopher Balgobin cater to?
Dr. Balgobin's areas of care primarily focus on cosmetic surgery and aesthetic medicine. He specializes in body contouring procedures, including liposuction (including Lipo 360 and Vaser Liposuction), Brazilian Butt Lifts (BBLs), plasma skin tightening, and cosmetic injections. He also practices family medicine. While he's based in Burnsville, MN, he also sees patients in the broader Minneapolis/St. Paul area. His body contouring philosophy focuses on creating balance, a defined waist, smoother contours, and natural curves that complement the patient's body, aiming for a smoother silhouette and results beautifully balanced from every angle. He achieves full 360° transformations through strategic fat removal, fat transfer, and skin retraction. His approach to body contouring involves working with the patient's natural shape, and every surgical plan is customized to the individual patient and their specific goals.